Comox Recreation Guide

Rec Guide

• Flexibility & Mobility
  End your week with a class aimed at stretching the major muscle groups and increasing mobility. Use this class to increase your functional range of motion for enhanced exercise performance and activities of daily living. This low intensity class may include techniques such as static stretching, dynamic movements and foam rolling.
  
  Instructed by PSP Fitness Instructor(s)
• Lane Swim
  Dedicated swim time for endurance and fitness swimming. Participants swim lanes/circuits in accordance with directions prescribed at the facility. Recommended ages 16yrs & up, younger may participate if the swimmer is at a competive level.
• Military Family & Rec Pass Skate
  FREE Skate for military families and rec pass holders. There are no hockey sticks or pucks allowed on the ice for this skate and sign-in is required. 12 years and under must wear a CSA approved helmet and require adult supervision (19yrs+). Adults are also recommended to wear a helmet.
  
  Bike helmets are not permitted.
  
  Free helmet and skate rentals available through arena staff, limited quantities available.
  
  Please see our posted schedules for days and times as they may vary seasonally or around holidays.
• Noon Hour Yoga
  Suitable for all levels, this class will gyide you through a series of postures to build mobility and strength in the body.
  
  Instructed by PSP Fitness Instructor(s)
• Open Recreation
  Run, jump, throw, catch and PLAY! The gymnasium is available to drop in and play sports, games and whatever else you can think up. Children must be supervised by and adult (19yrs & up).
• Open Skate
  No hockey sticks or pucks on the ice. CSA approved helmets required for children under 12 years old, recommended for all. No bike helmets allowed.
• Open Swim
  There's something for everyone during this swim. Jump and dive and swim and play! 
  Children under 7 years of age must be within arms' reach of an adult (19yrs & up).
• Parent & Tot Kinder Gym
  Geared towards families with younger children. Gymnasium-friendly toys will be available for use.
  Children under 7yrs to be supervised by an adult (19yrs & older)
  
  Children under 7yrs are FREE, please check our rates section for youth and adult fees for Gymnasium use.
• Pickleball
  Fun, social and friendly. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, played on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes. Can be played as doubles or singles.
• Shinny Hockey
  An informal type of hockey played on ice. There are no formal rules or specified positions and often there are no goaltenders.
  
  Full gear is required, including CSA helmet with face cage.
• Spin
  The only thing you'll miss is the traffic! No matter your cycling experience, you're sure to have a workout you wont forget. Take your fitness routine up a notch, whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an advanced rider trying to reach a goal, we've got you covered!
  
  Instructed by PSP Fitness Instructor(s)
• Sponge Puck
  Hockey, but instead of the traditional hard vulcanized rubber puck, a soft sponge puck is used. 
• Trauma Sensitive Yoga
  Together with trauma-informed, IAYT certified Yoga Therapist Janet Haigh, participants will be invited to explore gentle movement, breath work, and mindfulness practices including a Yoga Nidra guided meditation. Participants will be offered a variety of options to try every step of the way.
  No prior yoga experience is required. All equipment is provided and everybody is welcome to join.
  
  Instructed by Janet Haigh
• Veterans & Retirees Hockey
  Drop-in hockey for military veterans and DND retirees. Guests permitted. Full gear and helmet with cage recommended.
  
  Goalie drop-ins are FREE